Deepal E07 vs Mercedes-Benz EQB
Two electric SUVs go head to head. Which EV is the better buy for Australian drivers in 2026?
Deepal E07 scores higher, 73 vs 69
Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 25 Jun 2026, price 24 Jun 2026
Deepal E07
25 of 27 standard · no option data · 2 no dataFrom
$64,900
RRP, before on-road costs
- Body
- SUV
- Fuel type
- Electric
- Engine
- Electric
- Power
- 252kW
- Energy use
- 16.5 kWh/100km
- Safety
- ANCAP hasn't rated this model
- Boot (seats up)
- 524L
Top CarSorted Score, 73 vs 69
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$64,900RRP
- with the Mercedes-Benz EQB's standard kit: $64,900 (nothing to add)
$84,900RRP
- no option data for this car
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
Price and cost per week
Deepal E07 RWD
$64,900
RRP, before on-road costs. Checked 24 June 2026
No published drive-away price on our record.
About $277 a week in repayments ($64,900 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a.). An estimate, not a loan offer.
Mercedes-Benz EQB EQB250
$84,900
RRP when new; no longer sold new in Australia. Checked 24 June 2026
No published drive-away price on our record.
The Deepal E07 starts $20,000 lower on RRP.
Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), which applies to salary-sacrificed novated leases.
On-road costs (stamp duty, registration, CTP and dealer delivery) depend on your state and the dealer; ask for a written drive-away price before you sign.
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Ways to buy
For the Deepal E07.
Finance
≈$277/wk(≈$1,200/mo)
Estimate on the Deepal E07 at $64,900 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a. Not a quote or an offer of credit.
Compare real car-loan ratesDriva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link.
Novated lease
Electric, with an RRP under the $91,661 fuel-efficient LCT threshold (2026-27): under the ATO's electric cars exemption a novated lease of an eligible electric car attracts no FBT if luxury car tax was never payable on it. The benefit is still reportable.
Novated lease quoteWork out a lease on the Deepal E07Driva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link. Opens apply.driva.com.au in a new tab.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP's published ratings include no record for the Deepal E07. We hold no ANCAP data for the Mercedes-Benz EQB. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.
Driver assistance, as the manufacturer lists it
Driver assistance, system by system. We can confirm 7 of 10 key systems on the Deepal E07 and 6 on the Mercedes-Benz EQB.
Swipe across. Tap a feature to see what it does and each car's source.
StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Recalls on our record
Deepal E07
None open on our record
Mercedes-Benz EQB
- REC-006475 · published 10 Nov 2025The high voltage battery may short circuit if charged over 80 percent capacity.Year range on the notice: 2023 - 2024
- REC-005949 · published 15 Apr 2024The electrical power steering control unit back-up software may not operate as intended.Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2024
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Charging times
How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to a DC fast charger, estimated from battery size and the car's own maximum charge rates.
How long to charge
90kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 240kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (11kW AC, 240kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
How long to charge
66.5kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 100kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (11kW AC, 100kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
The Deepal E07 features a 15.4-inch touchscreen, while the Mercedes-Benz EQB gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Deepal E07 stands out with head-up display, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate and Sony audio — features our data doesn't list for the Mercedes-Benz EQB. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Deepal E07 gets leather upholstery while the Mercedes-Benz EQB offers synthetic leather.
Equipment few rivals have, on either carShowHide
Drivetrain
The Deepal E07 uses a Electric producing 252kW and 365Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.7 seconds.
The Mercedes-Benz EQB responds with a Electric making 140kW and 385Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.9 seconds.
The Deepal E07 has the clear power advantage at 252kW vs 140kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Deepal E07 is 2.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Battery: 90kWh (Deepal E07) vs 70.5kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQB), giving WLTP ranges of 560km and 465km. DC fast charging peaks at 240kW (Deepal E07) vs 100kW (Mercedes-Benz EQB).
Space & Comfort
The Deepal E07 measures 5,045mm long on a 3,120mm wheelbase, 361mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz EQB at 4,684mm (2,829mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Deepal E07 generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 524L in the Deepal E07 and 495L in the Mercedes-Benz EQB, giving the Deepal E07 a 29L advantage. The Mercedes-Benz EQB seats 7 vs 5.
For towing, the Mercedes-Benz EQB leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Neither U-turns in one sweep on a 7 m local street (both need a three-point turn); the Mercedes-Benz EQB's turning circle is 0.9 m tighter, 11.4 m against 12.3 m kerb to kerb. The street estimate is indicative, worked from the published turning circles.
Cost to own
At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the Deepal E07 costs about $792 a year (16.5 kWh/100km) and electricity for the Mercedes-Benz EQB about $840 a year (17.5 kWh/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh. That is $48 a year less for the Deepal E07.
Warranty: 7 years / 160k km (Deepal E07) and 5 years / Unlimited (Mercedes-Benz EQB).
Where each one leads
The Deepal E07: the lower starting price ($64,900 against $84,900), more power (252kW against 140kW), the bigger boot with the seats up (524L against 495L), the longer warranty (7 years against 5) and lower fuel or energy costs on our assumptions ($792 a year against $840).
The Mercedes-Benz EQB: the higher braked towing limit (1,800kg against 1,500kg).
The Verdict
Deepal E07 scores higher, 73 vs 69
The Deepal E07 scores 73 to the Mercedes-Benz EQB's 69 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 10 of the 11 spec rows that separate them, at the lower price. The biggest gaps: performance (Deepal E07 ahead by 18 points), value (Deepal E07 ahead by 9 points), energy efficiency (Deepal E07 ahead by 7 points). At 15,000 km a year, electricity for the Deepal E07 costs about $48 less (16.5 kWh/100km against 17.5 kWh/100km, at 32c a kWh). Warranty: 7 years on the Deepal E07, 5 on the Mercedes-Benz EQB.
Ways to buy
For the Deepal E07.
Finance
≈$277/wk(≈$1,200/mo)
Estimate on the Deepal E07 at $64,900 RRP, before on-road costs; assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at 7.5% p.a. Not a quote or an offer of credit.
Compare real car-loan ratesDriva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link.
Novated lease
Electric, with an RRP under the $91,661 fuel-efficient LCT threshold (2026-27): under the ATO's electric cars exemption a novated lease of an eligible electric car attracts no FBT if luxury car tax was never payable on it. The benefit is still reportable.
Novated lease quoteWork out a lease on the Deepal E07Driva is an independent finance provider, not part of CarSorted. We aren't paid for this link. Opens apply.driva.com.au in a new tab.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Deepal E07 and Mercedes-Benz EQB?
The Deepal E07 is the cheapest at $64,900 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Mercedes-Benz EQB by $20,000.
Which has the longest driving range?
The Deepal E07 has the most range at 550km (WLTP).
Which charges fastest?
The Deepal E07 accepts the highest DC charging at up to 240kW.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
ANCAP's published ratings include no record for Deepal E07, and we hold no ANCAP data for Mercedes-Benz EQB, so there is no crash result to compare.
Which has the most boot space?
The Deepal E07 has the largest boot at 524L with the seats up (1,654L with the seats folded).
Which can tow the most?
The Mercedes-Benz EQB has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,800kg.
Which has the best warranty?
The Deepal E07 has the longest warranty at 7 years / 160,000 km.
Which is the most powerful?
The Deepal E07 makes the most power at 252kW. The Deepal E07 is quickest to 100km/h in 6.7s.
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How to read this page. Prices, specifications, ANCAP ratings, warranty, the CarSorted Score and the verdict come from our records for the grades shown, sourced from the manufacturers' Australian documents, and change when those records change; the date each was last checked is printed under the headline. Prices are recommended retail prices before on-road costs unless marked drive-away. A plug-in hybrid's fuel figure is labelled with its basis: with a full battery (the certified combined figure) or as a hybrid (battery depleted). Charging and running costs are estimates on the stated assumptions. Always confirm price and specification with the manufacturer or dealer before you buy. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
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